2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sportage | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
